Deputy District Attorney I Civil

The salary and job description listed are for a Deputy District Attorney I. Based on the qualifications of the candidate selected the position may be filled as a Deputy District Attorney II with a pay range of $99216 to $133432 annually.

Churchill County located in Northern Nevada and featuring 300 days of sunshine each year is a wonderful place to live and work. Churchill County has a population of approximately 26000 people. The County is primarily agricultural and is the home of Naval Air Station Fallon which hosts Top Gun. There is a wonderful sense of community and it is a great place for any family. We are surrounded by wonderful outdoor opportunities a short drive from the Reno metropolitan area beautiful Lake Tahoe and nearby ski resorts. The Churchill County District Attorneys office is comprised of seven attorneys eight legal secretaries and six child support workers. We have a family friendly/flexible office environment. We are willing to consider and work with applicants who are members of the bar in other States. This position will be open until December 21 2025 so interested applicants are encouraged to apply without delay. Applicants are required to submit an online application at Applicants also need to submit a résumé cover letter (indicating why you are interested in working for the Churchill County District Attorneys Office) writing sample attached to their online application. If you need assistance attaching your documents please notify Kim Brontsema at .

The person in this position is responsible for providing professional legal services involved in advising elected and appointed officials on legal matters prosecuting juvenile delinquency matters and representing the State in 432B matters . Responsibilities include evaluating investigative reports; filing delinquency cases; preparing legal opinions pleadings briefs and other legal documents; conducting legal research; examining and evaluating evidence; drafting contracts attending public meetings and counseling clients.

Churchill County provides an attractive compensation package that extends beyond just the salary. The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to Nevada PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage equivalent to $33000/year ). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12800/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $5400/year).

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work knowledge skills abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

• Demonstrates regular reliable and punctual attendance.
• Serves as in-house counsel and provides legal advice and representation on behalf of any County or regional public agency; provides representation on a broad range of legal issues and matters to include federal civil rights actions personal injury licensing personnel/labor issues planning/zoning and the judicial review of agency decisions.
• Advises County officials on the legal propriety of proposed actions to include: the analysis and assessment of claims; provision of advice during meetings of County and regional boards and commissions; provision of oral and written legal opinions.
• Prepares and provides advice on the preparation of ordinances and draft legislation.
• Makes oral and written presentations to the County Board and other public and private groups; represents Departments and the County with other government agencies or in public meetings.
• Handles all court filings and appearances related to abused and neglected children through representation of the Division of Child and Family Services and the provision of general legal counsel to that department.
• Serves as on-call deputy to answer questions and draft search warrant applications.
• Makes court appearance to include: trials appeals preliminary hearings status hearings arraignments evidentiary and review hearings and Child Support Hearing Master.
• Prepares various legal documents including appeals motions reviews of criminal complaints negotiations and settlements of proposals.
• Performs legal duties in the criminal area of the District Attorneys Office as assigned.
• Provides legal support to child support: reviews documentation negotiates settlements provides training to staff etc.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the units service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
• Represents the County with dignity integrity and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
  
  
  

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate in Law and admittance to practice in the State courts of Nevada; or as provided by Supreme Court rule. (We are willing to consider and work with applicants who are members of the bar in other States.) Minimum of two years of experience as a licensed Nevada attorney is highly desirable.

Coursework in Evidence is required.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:

• Application of legal principles to individual cases or problems.
• Judicial procedure and rules of evidence.
• Applicable laws codes and regulations.
• Computer applications particularly as related to the performance of legal research.
• Correct business English including spelling grammar and punctuation.
• Principles methods materials and practices of legal research.
• Standard office practices and procedures including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic ethnic and cultural backgrounds in person and over the telephone.

• Understanding and interpreting constitutional provisions statutes administrative regulations and precedents.
• Researching interpreting applying and explaining applicable laws codes regulations and court decisions.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Compiling and summarizing information and preparing periodic or special reports.
• Organizing own work setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or department goals objectives and activities.
• Interpreting applying and explaining complex laws codes regulations and procedures.
• Using tact discretion and prudence in dealing with court officials witnesses members of the legal community and the general public.

• Nevada Drivers License.
• Certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada.
• Permit to carry a concealed weapon (CCW) - may be obtained after being hired.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person.

Conditions of Employment

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
3. Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS with information from each applicants Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.